Aerobics:The YMCA offers a full range of fitness and aerobic classes and training
sessions. For specific times for the different workouts call : (307) 684-9558.

Weight Training: The Y also offers a full range of weight training clinics throughout the
year. There is full gym and work out area equipped with modern weight
training systems, as well as free weights, stair masters, rowing machines, track, etc.
Please call the YMCA for the latest schedule. You may set up a fitness evaluation or
weight room orientation before beginning any comprehensive training program by calling us
at : 684-9558.

Some of the essentials we work on in our clinics,
which are all led by professional trainers and YMCA trained specialists, are High
Intensity Training, Basic Muscle Theory, Demonstration of Techniques, Breathing and Your
Safety and Goal Setting.

Biking and Mountain Biking

Within the City of Buffalo, there are
plenty of places to bike, and it is an enjoyable way to see our city. For the slightly
more adventurous there is a bike trail that starts just past the old Veterans Home near
Clear Creek and then follows Hwy. 16 towards the mountains for about 3 miles. This all
asphalt bike and path way is completely separate from the highway and provides you a great
view of the Bighorn Mountains. The route and a map are included in the Clear Creek Trail
System brochure available from the Buffalo
Chamber of Commerce.

Mountain Biking in the Bighorns is both a
challenging workout and a great way to cover a lot of ground! Information about those
trails that are particularly good for and open to mountain biking are available from the
Bighorn Forest Service on Hart Street and from the Chamber of Commerce.

Boating
& Water-skiing

Lake DeSmet

Boating opportunities abound in the Bighorns region.
One of the most popular destinations for boating and water-skiing is Lake DeSmet,
just north of Buffalo. On the west side of the lake are boat ramps and docks. It is also
equipped with picnic shelters, camp sites, restroom facilities and BBQ grills.

Boat operators must be at
least 16 years old here in the Equality State. This includes personal watercraft such as
"Wave Runners" or "Jet Skis". Persons under 16 years-of-age can
operate a boat if they are accompanied by an adult and the adult is responsible for the
craft's safe operation.

Wyoming law requires that
watercraft, whether motored or not, must carry a U.S. Coast Guard approved wearable
personal flotation device (PFD) of a suitable size for each person on board.

In 1994, Golf Digest chose
the Buffalo Golf Club as one of the best places in Wyoming to play. The
Buffalo course boasts incredible scenic views of the Big Horns, with a challenging
18-hole, par 72 play. Rentals of
equipment and carts are available and there is a restaurant in the club house. One of the
best golf deals around!

Hiking
& Backpacking in the Big Horns

Hiking in the Bighorn National Forest can be an
enjoyable, rewarding experience. Trails are found along lakes and streams, across grassy
parklands and climbing to reach the highest mountain summits. Those listed on the
accompanying trail table provided by the Forest Service are only a sample of opportunities
awaiting the visitor.

We encourage you to
purchase a detailed Forest Map to accurately locate these trails. The Forest Map can be
purchased at any of the Bighorn's District Offices and at many commercial outlets
throughout the area. Topographic maps are available through the US Geological Survey
or at local sporting
goods stores.

Backpacking offers great
freedom for the forest adventure. You become part of a nature and survive in an
environment with few modern conveniences. With this freedom goes an individual
responsibility to care for the environment and respect the rights of those you meet along
the way. Help protect this fragile resource by following the "Leave No Trace"
principles listed below.

If you are planning a trip to the CLOUD PEAK WILDERNESS
AREA, please follow these additional regulations.

Campfires, other than a self contained stove, are
not allowed within 300 feet of lakes, streams or trails.

Camping is not permitted within 100 feet of any
lake or stream.

Camping at sites posted as being closed is not
permitted.

Camping structures such as hitching racks, tent
frames, pegs, and fire rings must be dismantled after use.

Hitching, tethering or hobbling a horse must be
done so it does not cause injury to any live trees. Keep hitched or hobbled horses 100
feet from a lake or stream.

Groups may have a maximum of 25 people or a
combination of 25 people and/or recreational stock, except no more than 15 head of stock
in any group.

Cutting a trail switchback is not permitted.

Possessing a bicycle or other mechanical or other
motorized vehicle is prohibited.

All users must register prior to entry.

IMPORTANT: OBTAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ON NEW AND SEASONAL FIRE RESTRICTIONS BEFORE HIKING OR CAMPING IN THE BIGHORN NATIONAL
FOREST!

Footnotes:(1) Mileage is recorded as one-way except for loop trails.
(2) Trail enters the Cloud Peak Wilderness. Special regulations apply.
(3) Trail used by ATV's (motorized).
(4) Major use by horses (horse use is permitted on all trails).
(5) Corrals available for horse use.
(6) Camping available at trailhead.
(*) Access requires 4-wheel drive. Use of passenger cars may result in longer hiking
distances. 116) Designates multiple trail routes to complete suggested loop.
RS = Ranger Station; CG = Campground; PA = Picnic Area

Horseshoes

Washington Memorial Park
offers a wide variety of fitness and recreational activities for people of all ages in our
community. If youre in the mood to take on some of our local competition in
horseshoes  well, this is the place! The park boasts regulation horseshoe pits along
side Clear Creek, and they are well shaded by 100 year old cottonwood trees. Located in
the City Park off Burritt & DeSmet, the whole area is surrounded by trees, walking
paths, picnic tables and, of course, beautiful Clear Creek. And its just one block
off of Buffalos Historic Main Street District!

Horseback
Riding

The Big Horns region around Buffalo offers
ample opportunity for horseback riding. If you want to explore our native landscape on
horseback, there are holding corrals and ramps available at Circle Park and the Hunter
Corrals trailheads within the Bighorn National Forest (see the chart under hiking for the
exact location of these sites). Several of the guest ranches and area outfitters also
offer horseback riding on hourly, 1/2 day, day, overnight, pack trips and drop camps.

Hunting and Fishing

Bull Elk

Hunting

Johnson County offers marvelous hunting opportunities for several types of big game
species including elk, mule deer, white-tailed deer, black bear, mountain lion and
pronghorn antelope. As well there are a variety of upland game birds that can be hunted.
Outfitters in the area are available for guided hunts .or go it on your own!

Hunting is allowed on
National Forest lands, however, Wyoming statute says nonresidents must have a licensed
guide or resident companion to hunt big or trophy game in national forest wilderness
areas. The resident companion will need to get a free non-commercial guide license from a
G&F office.

The law
does not prohibit nonresidents from hiking, fishing or hunting game birds or coyotes in
wilderness areas. Only nonresident big and trophy game hunters must have a licensed guide
or resident companion.

Licensing: There really aren't any secrets to
winning in the draw, but an understanding of the drawing process may be of benefit. In
a nutshell, some areas are easier to draw than others. If there is a truism about drawing,
it is that public land areas are generally more difficult to draw than private areas. It's
not unusual for public land antelope areas to have three or four residents apply for every
license. For nonresidents, it's even more difficult with odds being 10 to 1 or worse for
public antelope areas. If you apply for a license in a private land area, you'll almost
always improve your odds of drawing, but you are strongly advised to have permission
lined up to hunt before you apply.

Fishing

Most streams and lakes provide good trout fishing. Fish species include brook, brown,
cutthroat trout, and grayling. Fishing opportunities abound in the Middle Fork of the
Powder River near Kaycee, area reservoirs, and the mountain streams and lakes within the
Bighorn National Forest and Cloud Peak Wilderness surrounding Buffalo. Two of the most
popular sites are Lake DeSmet and Healy Reservoir.

Licenses are required for fishing and hunting.
Contact the Wyoming Game and Fish department for more
information.

Karate

The Johnson
County YMCA offers a wide variety of fitness and recreational activities for people of all
ages.

A great class for physical
and mental discipline. Karate Classes are taught on a month to month basis, please
call us for the latest program information at : (307) 684-9558.

Nature Walks in & around Buffalo

The Clear Creek Trail System

The Clear Creek Trail
System stretches across the City of Buffalo, hugging the beautiful Clear Creek for almost
13 miles! The trail system is a wonderful way to enjoy Buffalo and the wildlife that
abounds within the environs of the city. On your walks you may well encounter all kinds of
birds, deer, rabbits, marmots, etc.

The Trail is divided into
different sections and easily assessable along different points  depending on your
interest and energy level. The trail is readily identified with signs and mileage markers.
Dogs are especially welcome on "certain" portions. A brochure identifying the trail and
trail etiquette is available from the
Buffalo Chamber of Commerce.

Scenic Auto Tours

There are 3 major highways traversing the Big
Horns
in an east-west direction. Each offers its own distinct and memorable scenery with
relatively equal travel distances and comparable surfaces. So the choice is up to you and
your travel objectives:

CLOUD PEAK SKYWAY
(US Hwy 16) traverses the southern Big Horn Mountains and offers breathtaking vistas of
distant snowcapped peaks along its 45 mile length. This route connects the towns of
Buffalo and Tensleep, Wyoming. Highlights include Hospital Hill, Powder Pass, Meadow Lark
Lake and Tensleep Canyon. The Cloud Peak Skyway is the safest, most scenic and most direct
route over the Big Horn Mountains to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. It
provides the best views of the tallest peaks of the Big Horn Mountains, including the
tallest - Cloud Peak at over 13,000 feet. Open year around.

BIGHORN
SCENIC BYWAY (US Hwy 14) connects Sheridan and surrounding communities with
Greybull, Wyoming and includes 45 miles of scenic mountain driving. Look out over
spectacular valley views from one of several roadside turnouts -- on a clear day, you can
see forever. Interesting stops include Shell Falls, Burgess Junction Visitor Center and
Sand Turn. Open year around.

MEDICINE WHEEL
PASSAGE (US Hwy 14A) rises sharply from the Bighorn Basin near Lovell,
Wyoming and winds 25 miles through steep canyon terrain and high alpine meadows to Burgess
Junction. This route provides primary access to the Medicine Wheel National Historic
Landmark. This may not be the best choice for those pulling trailers or driving an RV
-Grades exceed 10%. Open from May to November.

A stop at the Medicine
Wheel is highly recommended! It is the largest intact Medicine Wheel in North
America, and predates the Native American peoples who live here today. Nevertheless, the
recognize its importance as a sacred site and the fence around the medicine wheel is
covered in prayer offerings left by Native non-Native visitors. The view of the great
basin from this site explains why it was originally chosen. Because of damage over the
years and the danger of maintaining two way traffic to the top of the mountain, visitors
must now hike up to the Medicine Wheel. So bring plenty of water and good shoes. For those
unable to walk the rangers on site will allow vehicle travel.

Historic
and Scenic Loop Tours around Buffalo and Johnson County

Nothing compares
to visiting  up close and personal -- the majesty of nature and the feel of history
all around you! Around Buffalo and Johnson County, the opportunity for both abounds. Here
are some easily accessible sites, along with some that may well require four-wheel drive
 depending on the time of year. Maps to these sites are available through the
Buffalo Chamber of Commerce.

Bud Love Winter Range (1-2 hours)

On this tour, there is some
of the most scenic mountain views imaginable of the Bighorns. As it traverses a wildlife
reserve, expect to see white tail deer, mule deer, antelope, wild turkey and other game
birds, as well as elk in the winter months.

Fort Phil Kearny (1/2 to a full day
tour)

Relive some of the
Wests legendary history on this tour of where some of the fiercest fighting between
Native Americans and the U.S. Calvary took place. The highlight of this tour is the
Fort Phil Kearny historic site, which has a visitors center and museum with outstanding
displays of battle scenes and local history.

Crazy Woman Canyon (half day, but
NOT recommended for trailers or large RVs)

One of the favorite outings for
locals looking for a beautiful drive and nice, cool place to picnic in
the middle of the summer, Crazy Woman Canyon offers a close up view of
beautiful rock formations as it hugs a roaring mountain stream along its
way. This tour follows a single gravel road through
high canyon walls and ends with a great view of the surrounding Big Horn Mountains.

Pole Creek and Sheep
Mountain (one half to a full day, but high clearance vehicles are necessary for some
sections of this route)

This tour provides
breathtaking panoramic views of Hazelton and Cloud Peaks, the Powder River Basin, as well
as likely sightings of mule deer and other wildlife.

Outlaw Cave & Dull Knife
Battlefield (one half to a full day, but high clearance vehicles are necessary for some
sections of this route)

This loop tour takes you
into the "Hole-in-the-Wall" hideout area of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.
Johnson County locals and visitors enjoy the wildlife found on this tour as much they do
soaking up the history and tales about this wild bunch of local outlaws. The Middle Fork
of the Powder River is also viewed along this route.

Swimming - Outdoor and Indoor Pools

Washington Memorial Park Swimming
Pool

Washington Park offers a
wide variety of fitness and recreational activities for people of all ages in our
community. The largest outdoor swimming pool in this region, it is 120 x 80 meters. And
its FREE! Located in the City Park off Burritt & Angus, the whole area is
surrounded by trees, walking paths, picnic tables and beautiful Clear Creek. Its
just one block off of Buffalos Historic Main Street District!

There is
even a waterpark
for the kids. Life guards on duty at all times, and snack shack is on the premises. Open
from mid-morning to sunset June, July and August.

Buffalo Swimming Pool - Washington Park

YMCA Swimming Pool

The Johnson County YMCA offers a wide variety of
fitness and recreational activities for people of all ages. It offers a six-lane, 25 yard
pool with diving board, Jacuzzi, locker rooms with showers and youth game room. It has
several swim programs on our schedule (lap swim, open swim, swim team, lessons, etc.), so
call to confirm. You may also wish to set up a fitness evaluation before beginning any
training program by calling us at : (307) 684-9558.

Skipper Preschool Swim Lessons for Ages 3,4,5:
(call for your age group and for registration). The objectives of the Skippers Program are
Fun, Exercise, Parent Education, Water Adjustment, and Safety Education.

Senior Swim: This class focuses on exercises to
improve mobility of the muscles and joints.

AFYAP Arthocise: This Arthritis Foundation and the
YMCA have jointly designed and program of exercisers that can help to improve joint
flexibility and relieve pain and stiffness.

Aquatic Aerobicize: This class offers a varying
level of fitness through workouts of aerobics, exercise, and dance steps in the waer!
There will be shallow water workouts expanding to deep water workouts. This class allows
you to work out at your own comfort level.

Water Exercise Class: This class is for those who
like to exercise, but need the water environment. This class includes walking, aerobics,
strengthening and conditioning, and a relaxing cool down/stretch.

Adult Swim Classes: This swim class is designed
for the adult who has never learned to swim or lacks confidence in the water.

Tennis and Racquetball

Washington
Memorial Park offers a wide variety of fitness and recreational activities for people of
all ages in our community. Public Tennis Courts are available for use on a first come,
first serve basis. Courts are located in the park off Burritt & Angus, right behind
the Washington Park outdoor swimming pool. These courts are lighted so after dark play is
available. The courts are just one block off of Buffalos Historic Main Street
District!

The Johnson County YMCA
offers a wide variety of fitness and recreational activities for people of all ages.

The Y has several courts that are available, as well as racquets
to rent and balls to purchase. Courts are available for play during regular hours. Call
for reservations and more information : 684-9558.

Winter Recreation Sports in the Big Horns

The Bighorn National Forest
offers 387 miles of snowmobile trails, two downhill ski areas and four cross-country ski
trails.

Snowmobiling: Of
these 387 miles of snowmobile trails there are great powder trails, as well as groomed
trails for the snowmobile enthusiast. The Buffalo Chamber of Commerce has directions to
specific trailheads. In addition, many lodges in the area offer machine rentals and
repairs. The snowmobile season is December 1 thru April 15. Snow depths and trail
conditions are available below. Wyoming law requires that all snowmobile have either a
resident or nonresident user fee decal adhered to the machine.

Meadowlark - Ski Lodge

Downhill Skiing,
Cross-Country Skiing, Snowboarding and Snowshoeing:
Located in the majestic Big Horn Mountains are two downhill ski areas: Antelope Butte Ski
Area and Meadowlark Ski Lodge. Antelope Butte is located off of US Highway
14 and features two chair lifts, one beginner lift and nineteen runs.
The longest run is one and a half miles long. Meadowlark is located off of US Highway 16 about 35
miles west of Buffalo.

For the
cross-country ski enthusiasts, there is ample space to escape into the forests four
cross-country ski areas. These trails have yet to be discovered by most Nordic skiers and
offer plenty of solitude. Sibley and Antelope Butte cross-country ski trails can be
accessed from US Highway 14 in the northern Bighorns and Pole Creek and Willow Park from
US Highway 16 on the southern end of the Big Horns.

When it comes to outdoor recreation, Buffalo,
Wyoming and the Big Horn Mountains has it all. Why not plan a trip and discover it
for yourself?